High School Part-time Filmmaking Teacher

Sequoyah School; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 112,000; Part time

Job summary

Sequoyah School seeks a dynamic educator to teach in its expressive and collaborative Arts program through a new filmmaking course. This faculty member will inspire students to explore visual storytelling, cinematic history, and technical production, through hands-on, student-centered learning.

The ideal candidate will support student voice, foster creative risk-taking, and contribute to a vibrant learning community grounded in Sequoyah1s mission.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; teaching filmmaking, video production, or digital media arts.
• Bachelor's degree in Film Production, Cinema Studies, Media Arts, or related field required; MFA/master's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach 1 section of a high school Filmmaking course (intro to narrative production).
• Guide students through screenwriting, storyboarding, cinematography, and editing.
• Manage the school's filmmaking equipment inventory and editing software.
• Facilitate opportunities for students to showcase their work (community screenings, assemblies, festivals).
• Attend relevant department meetings and professional development days.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative mindset

Equity & inclusion

Inquiry-based learning

Education

Bachelor's in Film/Media

MFA preferred

Tools

DSLR/cinema cameras

Lighting kits

Sound recording equipment

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro / DaVinci Resolve

Job description

Salary Details Compensation prorated for teaching term and part-time hours

Details

Posted: 24-Jun-26

Location: Pasadena, California

Type: Part Time

Salary: $68,000-$111,588

Categories Visual/Performing Arts

Salary Details Compensation prorated for teaching term and part-time hours

Required Education 4 Year Degree

Sequoyah School seeks a dynamic educator to teach in its expressive and collaborative Arts program through a new filmmaking course. This faculty member will inspire students to explore visual storytelling, cinematic history, and technical production, through hands-on, student-centered learning. The ideal candidate will support student voice, foster creative risk-taking, and contribute to a vibrant learning community grounded in Sequoyah1s mission.

The Part-time Faculty Position Responsibilities Include

• Teach 1 section of a high school Filmmaking course (covering introductory through narrative production)
• Guide students through all stages of the creative process, including screenwriting, storyboarding, cinematography, and post-production editing
• Manage and maintain the school0s filmmaking equipment inventory, cameras, lighting/audio gear, and digital editing software
• Facilitate opportunities for students to showcase their work, such as community screenings, assemblies, or external student film festivals
• Attend relevant department meetings and professional development days

Qualified candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and must have experience teaching filmmaking, video production, or digital media arts. A bachelor0s degree in Film Production, Cinema Studies, Media Arts, or a related field is required; an MFA or master0s degree is preferred.

Successful Candidates Will Also Have The Following Qualifications

• Technical proficiency with DSLR/cinema cameras, lighting kits, sound recording equipment, and industry-standard non-linear editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut, or DaVinci Resolve)
• A commitment to equity and inclusion, and teaching from an inclusive, anti-racist standpoint
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit
• Demonstrated interest in inquiry-based, experiential, project-based learning, and competency-based assessment
• A portfolio of personal work and student work

About Sequoyah School

Founded in 1958, Sequoyah School is an independent progressive K-12 day school in Pasadena, California, built on the belief that diversity of all kinds is fundamental to a powerful education. Students find joy and deep learning as they navigate through curriculum while teachers guide problem-centered classrooms that foster curiosity through intellectual exploration and opportunities for application. The school1s mission to challenge the mind, nurture the heart, and celebrate human dignity is evidenced in its place-based program and signature experiences like Field Studies, the Social Innovation Program, Talking Leaves, and more.

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